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Rafati Counselling Services provides psychotherapy for individuals and couples at our office on Yonge Street in Thornhill, Ontario. Sessions are in person, in a quiet and private setting. Clients visit us from Thornhill, Toronto, North York, Markham, and Vaughan.
Every concern is different, and so is every client. This page gives you an overview of the services we offer and the kinds of challenges we work with, so you can find the support that fits your situation.
People reach out to us for many reasons. Some of the most common include:
If what you are going through is not on this list, you are still welcome to reach out. A short conversation can help clarify whether therapy may be a good fit.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured approach that may help people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity. It is often used for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and phobias. Sessions are held in person at our Thornhill office. EMDR is not the right fit for everyone; your therapist can discuss whether this approach may suit your needs and history.
Trauma can follow a single event or build over years. It may show up as intrusive memories, difficulty trusting others, shame, or feeling constantly on guard. Therapy may provide space to process these experiences at your own pace, and may include EMDR when appropriate.
Ongoing worry, overthinking, panic, work-related stress, and burnout are among the most common reasons people start therapy. Some people notice physical tension, trouble sleeping, or irritability before they name it as anxiety. Therapy can support you in understanding these patterns and finding steadier ground.
Individual sessions support concerns such as self-esteem, boundary setting, life transitions, breakup recovery, and men’s mental health. Depending on your needs, individual work may draw on Emotionally Focused Therapy, and EMDR may be considered when appropriate.
Couples come to therapy for communication breakdown, recurring arguments, trust issues, emotional distance, or recovery after infidelity. We work with Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), an approach that helps partners understand the patterns beneath their conflicts and rebuild connection. Sessions are held in person at our Thornhill office, with evening availability on weekdays.
Rafati Counselling Services is a psychotherapy practice led by Registered Psychotherapists. Pantea Rafati, MACP, RP, works with EMDR therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy for individuals and couples. Sam Rafati, MACP, RP, works with adults on relationship challenges and men’s mental health. You can read more about each therapist’s background and approach on our About page.
Our office is located at 7626 Yonge St Unit 4, Thornhill, ON L4J 1V9, on the Yonge Street corridor near the Thornhill and North York border. The location is easy to reach for clients across the northern GTA, including Toronto, Markham, Richmond Hill, and Vaughan. All sessions are held in person in a comfortable, private setting.
No. All sessions at Rafati Counselling Services are in person at our Thornhill office.
You do not need to decide alone. A free 15-minute phone consultation gives you a chance to describe what you are experiencing, and we can suggest where to start.
Our office is in Thornhill, and clients visit from Toronto, North York, Markham, Vaughan, and nearby communities.
Yes. We offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so you can ask questions before booking a first session.
The first session is a conversation about what brings you to therapy, your goals, and your history. Your therapist will explain how they work and answer your questions. There is no pressure to commit to a specific approach on day one.
